Amanda (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 3.5

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Released in 1996, Amanda is an adventure, family and tv movie film directed by Bobby Roth, running about 83 minutes.

What it’s about. A small boy is hurt by a horse on his father's ranch and he refuses to even be near one ever again. When a storyteller called Seven arrives with his huge imposing horse Amanda, everything changes.

Who’s in it. Amanda stars Kieran Culkin as Biddle Farnsworth, Dennis Haysbert as Seven / Sir Jordan, Alice Krige as Audrey Farnsworth and Chris Mulkey as Caleb Farnsworth, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Amanda has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amanda page.

If you liked it. Fans of Amanda tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Amanda (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amanda change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Amanda worth watching?
Amanda holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Amanda?
Amanda stars Kieran Culkin, Dennis Haysbert, Alice Krige, Chris Mulkey and Erik von Detten.
When was Amanda released?
Amanda was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.